Occupational Therapist
Core
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans for hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.
Role type
Outpatient Occupational Therapist (Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist)
Builds
Custom splints and rehabilitation programs for patients
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation / Orthopedics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient evaluation, custom splint fabrication, evidence-based interventions, treatment plan modification, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient education
Preferred skills
Continuing education, specialization in hand therapy
Technologies
Custom splints
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans; Fabricate and fit custom splints; Provide evidence-based interventions to improve upper extremity function; Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans; Maintain accurate documentation; Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members; Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and adaptive techniques
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC